AIMPOINT INC.
CompM5b
Aimpoint’s CompM5b is a ballistic compensating red dot optic that allows the user to quickly adjust the position of the red dot based on target distance and wind conditions. It comes with interchangeable turrets that are customizable according to various ballistic profiles, allowing for maximum effective range of the projectiles.
Optical Magnification: 1x
Eye Relief: Unlimited
Exit Pupil: N/A
Field of View (at 100m): N/A
Adjustment Range: 1m at 100m
Reticle Color: Red
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: AAA battery
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: Clear aperture, 18mm
Range: Variation
Minimum Range: Zero
Range Accuracy: 2 MOA
Dimensions: 3.3inx1.9inx1.9in (sight only)
Weight: 6.3oz / 180g
MSRP (USD): $1,124
aimpoint.com
KNIGHT VISION COMPANY (KVC)
UNS-LR A3
The Knight Vision Company’s UNS-LR A3 is an updated version of the venerable AN/PVS-30. This inline clip-on sight allows for low-light, long-range/precision targeting by attaching a mounted day optic to a MIL-STD 1913 rail forward, without altering the original zero. Updates include reduced weight and improved control interfaces.
Optical Magnification: 1x Unity
Eye Relief: No change to day optic
Exit Pupil: No change to day optic
Field of View (at 100m): Retains FOV of magnified day optic
Adjustment Range: No change to day optic
Reticle Color: No change to day optic
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: one AA or DL123 (36hrs)
Ranging Laser: No
Visible Laser: No
Aperture: No change to day optic
Range: 20m–Infinity
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: 800m recognition of man (starlight) 1,000m recognition of man (1/4 moon)
Dimensions: Length 9.56in, height 3.27in
Weight: 2.3lb
MSRP (USD): $15,500
knightarmco.com
MEOPTA
Optika6 5-30×56 FFP with MRAD RD Reticle
This robust precision riflescope with MRAD reticle features a 34mm tube, 6x zoom, zero-reset turrets, ED glass to eliminate chromatic aberration at high magnification and Meopta’s advanced MeoBright lens coating that delivers edge-to-edge clarity and exceptionally bright, sharp images. It also has a zoom ring with a multi-position throw lever and rear-facing zoom display for easy viewing of power setting from behind the scope.
Optical Magnification: 5-30x
Eye Relief: 3.94in
Exit Pupil: 9.5mm–1.9mm
Field of View (at 100m): 8.2–1.2m at 100m / 24.6–-3.6ft at 100yds
Adjustment Range: 115.2in at 100yds or 110 MOA
Reticle Color: Black MRAD reticle with illuminated Red cross & Red dot in center
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: Length 15.44in
Weight: 36.7oz
MSRP (USD): $949.99
*This scope is available through many dealers and sites.
MEOPTA
MeoPro Optika LR 10×42 HD Binoculars
Meopta’s rugged MeoPro Optika LR 10×42 HD laser rangefinding binoculars quickly measure distances up to 2,600 yards. Featuring premium European optics with HD fluoride glass and Meopta’s advanced MeoLux lens coating, the Optika LR delivers exceptionally bright images in low light with maximum resolution and contrast. Incline data is also measured for accurate angle compensation in the field.
Optical Magnification: 10x
Eye Relief: 0.67in
Exit Pupil: 0.165in
Field of View: 330ft/1000yds
Adjustment Range: N/A
Reticle Color: N/A
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: 1XCR2 LI-ION 3V
Laser: Class 1
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 5.91inx5.51inx2.76in
Optical Lens Diameter: 42mm
Weight: 33.5oz
MSRP (USD): $1,499.99
*These binoculars are available through many dealers and sites.
MEPROLIGHT
Mepro M21
The MIL-SPEC Mepro M21 is self-powered with a large 30mm diameter lens and a wide field-of-view. Meprolight offers a choice of five reticles—Bullseye, Triangle, Open X, 4.3 MOA dot and 5.5 MOA dot. The Mepro M21 has rapid target acquisition and is used by militaries and law enforcement agencies worldwide.
Optical Magnification: 1x
Eye Relief: Ample
Exit Pupil: N/A
Field of View (at 100m): Unlimited with both eyes open
Adjustment Range: N/A
Reticle Color: N/A
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: Self-powered; fiber-optic and tritium
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 4.5inx2.2inx2.7in
Weight: 13.1oz
MSRP (USD): $494.99
meprolight.com
MEPROLIGHT
Mepro MOR Pro
Meprolight’s Mepro MOR Pro offers a choice of four reticles—2.2/4.3 MOA Dot w/ circle, Bullseye, Open X or Triangle—and a choice of a visible Red or Green laser and IR. The reticle and lasers are co-witnessed. When you zero one, the others zero at same time. The on/off laser switch is pressure-activated.
Optical Magnification: 1x
Eye Relief: Ample
Exit Pupil: N/A
Field of View (at 100m): 160° with both eyes open
Adjustment Range: N/A
Reticle Color: Amber
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: 4 independent sources—Fiber-optic, tritium & two AA batteries
IR Laser: Yes
Visible Laser: Red or Green
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 5.9inx2.0inx2.4in
Weight: 15.5oz
MSRP (USD): $1,254.99
PRIMARY ARMS
GLx 2.5-10×44 FFP Rifle Scope
The GLx 2.5-10×44 FFP rifle scope is Primary Arms’ medium magnification optic, optimized for precision shooting and long-range hunting. Premium glass, elevation rotation indicators, rubberized eyepieces and illumination controls are all included. With Primary Arms’ patent pending turret design and AutoLive™ motion sensing reticle illumination, users will have one of the most feature-packed rifle scopes on the market.
Optical Magnification: 2.5×10
Eye Relief: Low: 2.80in / High: 2.70in
Exit Pupil:Low: 16.70mm / High: 4.40mm
Field of View (at 100m):Low: 35.80ft / High: 10.00ft [A–LEAVE It]
Adjustment Range: 125 MOA Elevation / 80 MOA windage
Reticle Color: Black and partial Red when illuminated
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 12.5inx3.45inx2.35in
Weight: 22.5oz
MSRP (USD): $649.99
primaryarms.com
SCHMIDT & BENDER
3-27×56 PM II High Power
The 3-27×56 PM II High Power was developed as part of a USSOCOM request for proposal for shooting at extremely distant targets. This unique 9x zoom rifle scope provides at 27x magnification, an excellent resolution for even the smallest distant target. The lower 3x magnification works very well for observation.
Optical Magnification: 3-27x
Eye Relief: 90mm
Exit Pupil: 8.7mm–2.07mm
Field of View (at 100m): 13.0m–1.4m
Adjustment Range: 39.5 MIL elevation
Reticle Color: Red illuminated cross
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: Length 394mm
Weight: 1,128g
MSRP (USD): $4,995
schmidtundbender.de
SCHMIDT & BENDER
5-45×56 PM II High Power
The 5-45×56 PM II High Power is the latest addition to the High Power line. Apart from the unusual magnification range, the optic design has been improved, allowing a wider field of view of 5x magnification. This is S&B’s “giant” among long-range riflescopes.
Optical Magnification: 5-45x
Eye Relief: 90mm
Exit Pupil: 8.8–1.2mm
Field of View (at 100m): 7.8–0.9m
Adjustment Range: 29.5 MIL elevation
Reticle Color: Red illuminated cross
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: Length 434mm
Weight: 1,106g
MSRP (USD): $4,995
schmidtundbender.de
TRIJICON
Tenmile 4.5-30×56
The Tenmile 4.5-30×56 long-range riflescope is available with first or second focal plane and dual red/green illuminated reticles in either MOA or MRAD. Extra-low dispersion glass delivers true-to-life color, and fully multi-coated, broadband, anti-reflective lenses virtually eliminate glare and loss of light. Return-to-Zero adjusters offer precise tracking with 100 MOA of elevation and 50 MOA of windage.
Optical Magnification: 4-5-30×56
Eye Relief: N/A
Exit Pupil: N/A
Field of View (at 100m): N/A
Adjustment Range: N/A
Reticle Color: Red / Green
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032; Red 39hrs, Green 94hrs
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 14.33inx3.63inx2.9in
Weight: 36oz
MSRP (USD): $2,675
trijicon.com
TRIJICON
Trijicon Tenmile 5-25×50
The Tenmile 5-25×50 SFP riflescope features a second focal plane MRAD reticle with a red, illuminated center dot. Extra-low dispersion glass delivers true-to-life color, and fully multi-coated, broadband, anti-reflective lenses virtually eliminate glare and loss of light. Return-to-Zero adjusters offer precise tracking with 14.5 MRAD of elevation and 11.6 MRAD of windage.
Optical Magnification: 5-25×50
Eye Relief: N/A
Exit Pupil: N/A
Field of View (at 100m): N/A
Adjustment Range: N/A
Reticle Color: Red
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032; 68hrs
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 13.5inx3.3inx2.8in
Weight: 25.6oz
MSRP (USD): $2,700
trijicon.com
U.S. OPTICS
FDN-17X 3.2-17x50mm
Designed and engineered with precision shooters in mind, the FDN 17X makes taking shots out to 1,500 yards nearly effortless. Its wide magnification range, optical clarity and feature set make the FDN 17X a multipurpose optic for use across many shooting applications.
Optical Magnification: 3.2-17x
Eye Relief: 3.2in
Exit Pupil: 3mm
Field of View (at 100m): 8.03ft @ 100yds
Adjustment Range: Parallax 50yds–Infinity
Reticle Color: Red, Green, Blue
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 15.02in
Weight: 29.6oz
MSRP (USD): Base Price: $2,899
usoptics.com
U.S. OPTICS
FDN-25X 5-25x52mm
Built to meet the demands of professional precision shooters, the FDN 25X offers everything a shooter needs to push their his limits. The FDN 25X features a reengineered optical system to guarantee the sharpest image resolution possible throughout the 5-25 magnification range.
Optical Magnification: 5-25x
Eye Relief: 33.2in
Exit Pupil: 2mm
Field of View (at 100m): 5.25ft @ 100yds
Adjustment Range: Parallax 75yds–Infinity
Reticle Color: Red, Green, Blue
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: N/A
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 17.93in
Weight: 33.38oz
MSRP (USD): Base Price: $3,449
usoptics.com
VORTEX OPTICS
Viper PST Gen II 5-25×50 FFP
The Viper PST Gen II hands an unfair advantage to shooters who seek to keep the upper hand in every situation from close quarters to long-range shots. The illumination dial is cleanly integrated into the side focus-adjustment knob for easy access and streamlined performance. The glass-etched reticle offers shooters highly functional, intuitive and detailed hold points, yet remains uncluttered for optimal viewing and features 10 intensity levels with off positions between each setting.
Optical Magnification: 5-25x
Eye Relief: 3.4in
Exit Pupil: 10-2mm
Field of View (at 100m): 24.1–4.8 / 100yds
Adjustment Range: .1 MRAD
Reticle Color: Red
Solution Calculation Time: N/A
Menu: N/A
Power Supply: CR2032
Ranging Laser: N/A
Visible Laser: N/A
Aperture: 50mm
Range: N/A
Minimum Range: N/A
Range Accuracy: N/A
Dimensions: 19.5x6x5.25
Weight: 3.1lb
MSRP (USD): Base Price: $1,299.99
vortexoptics.com
| This article first appeared in Small Arms Review V25N3 (March 2021) |
